New study tests if dentures can be attached to implants right away

NCT ID NCT06038487

Recruiting now Disease control Sponsor: Case Western Reserve University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study compares two ways of attaching a full upper denture to dental implants: attaching it right after implant surgery (immediate loading) versus waiting 3 months (delayed loading). Researchers will track bone loss, gum health, and patient satisfaction over 3 years. The study involves 18 adults with no upper teeth who already wear a complete denture.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: dental implant loading procedure
What this could lead to: If immediate loading works as well as delayed, patients could get their dentures attached sooner, reducing wait time and improving convenience.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 18 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Immediate loading might increase risk of implant failure or bone loss.

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IMPLANT COMPLICATION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Case Western Reserve University Department of Periodontics
RECRUITING

Cleveland, Ohio, 44106, United States

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